Liberty Live Concert Series Returns this Friday
April 28, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The Liberty Live summer concert series returns for its second season at Liberty Park this Friday, May 1st! This first concert in the series features Americana artist, The Mike + Ruthy Band as well as local band Earnest Ernest.
Admission is free but concessions will be available for purchase. The show is set to begin at 6:30pm at Liberty Park.
Rivers and Spires Festival begins tonight with KISS tribute band Mr. Speed
April 16, 2015
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville’s Rivers and Spires Festival begins tonight, April 16th with musical entertainment for everyone. The free festival will have musicians of all genres. Tonight’s hours are from 5:00pm-10:00pm.
Driven, a local pop group, will kick things off at 5:00pm on the Strawberry Alley Stage. Driven boasts smooth harmony with high energy show.
Austin Peay’s 21st Annual Governors Bass Tournament set for May 16th
March 11, 2015
Clarksville, TN – As final remnants of last week’s snow and ice storm quickly melt away and temperatures rise into the 60s, it is a reminder the 21st annual Austin Peay State University Governors Bass Tournament is just around the corner.
This year’s edition will be held Saturday, May 16th, at Kentucky Lake, with registration and boat launching from Paris Landing, Tennessee, State Park. Last season’s tourney drew 227 boats.
Boats heading out at the start of last years Governors Bass Tournament.
Lawrence Brownlee in concert at APSU’s Mabry Concert Hall, March 3rd
February 27, 2015
Clarksville, TN – The celebrated tenor Lawrence Brownlee will be in concert at the George and Sharon Mabry Concert Hall on the campus of Austin Peay State University in the Music/Mass Communication Building, Eighth and Marion Streets, Clarksville, Tennessee this Tuesday, March 3rd, 2015 at 7:30pm.
It is phenomenal to have Brownlee in Clarksville between engagements in Europe, the Metropolitan Opera and Carnegie Hall. He is the most in-demand American tenor in the world singing the bel canto repertoire. Brownlee sings with “elegance and grace” and has a voice that has been described as astonishingly beautiful and powerful.
Clarksville Singer Lydia Walker begins Kickstarter Campaign; Releases New Video
February 14, 2015
Clarksville TN – Local singer/songwriter Lydia Walker has become a household name in recent years. She has performed at numerous festivals, events, coffee shops, churches, and colleges in our region of Middle Tennessee and Southern KY.
Her music can be described as Contemporary Folk, accompanied by her acoustic guitar and occasionally a ukulele. She has taken the stage hundreds of times, sharing her songs with as many people as she can.
Clarksville’s Chocolate Affair a Sweet Indulgence
February 11, 2015
Clarksville, TN – On Saturday, February 7th, Clarksville Parks and Recreation along with Planters Bank held the 3rd annual Chocolate Affair at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center located at 1190 Cumberland Drive.
Those in attendance had the opportunity to sample products from local vendors, restaurants and groceries. It was a festive event with everyone all smiles as they indulged in chocolate delights.
(L to R) Deborah Dawson, Carol Cherich, Lauri Morrison, Cheryl Amro enjoyed themselves at the Chocolate Affair.
An Affair with Chocolate—Fabulous Fun!
February 9, 2015
Clarksville, TN – It was my first visit to Chocolate Affair sponsored by Planters Bank and the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department. At a cost of a mere $15.00, it was the bargain of the year. Seventeen vendors gave every attendee at least one piece of superb chocolate—and what a variety of treats!
Magician Russ Nowack startled chocolate eaters with appearing and disappearing coins and other mind-boggling feats. D J Folley of Big Fish Entertainment kept the music lively as kids in the audience showed off their moves.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation’s Chocolate Affair was a big hit this past Saturday.
“Honky Tonk Angels” Brings Classic Country Hits to the Roxy Regional Theatre, February 13th – March 7th
February 9, 2015
Clarksville, TN – Move over, Tammy, Dolly and Loretta … there’s a new trio in town! Classic country gets a musical makeover in Ted Swindley’s “Honky Tonk Angels” at the Roxy Regional Theatre, beginning February 13th at 8:00pm.
Audiences who could not get enough of Always…Patsy Cline will find the perfect match in creator Ted Swindley’s follow-up, which combines over 30 classic country tunes (including “I’ll Fly Away,” “Stand by Your Man,” “Harper Valley PTA,” “9 to 5,” “Coal Miner’s Daughter,” “Ode to Billy Jo,” “These Boots Are Made for Walking,” “Rocky Top” and “I Will Always Love You”) with a hilarious story about three gutsy gals who are determined to better their lives and follow their dreams to Nashville.
Honky Tonk Angels at the Roxy Regional Theatre stars (Top L to R) Jama Bowen, Corinne Bupp and Kristina Wilson.
Delight in the World of Beatrix Potter with “Flopsy, Mopsy & Cottontail” at the Roxy Regional Theatre, January 17th – February 7th
January 12, 2015
Clarksville, TN – Start out the new year with a delightful romp through the world of a coterie of animals which have captivated young and old alike for over a century. The tales of beloved author and illustrator Beatrix Potter take center stage at the Roxy Regional Theatre in “Flopsy, Mopsy & Cottontail” for four consecutive Saturday afternoons, January 17th – February 7th.
Join Peter Rabbit, Flopsy, Mopsy and Cottontail, when they meet Mr. McGregor, Jemima Puddle-Duck, Samuel Whiskers, Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle and Mittens, Moppet and Tom Kitten, all in this wonderful, colorful revival of the Beatrix Potter classics.
Flopsy, Mopsy & Cottontail features (Top L to R) Corinne Bupp, Leslie Greene, Eli Jolley, Ryan Leyhue, Mark Sherlock and Kristina Wilson.
CTS offers Safe Ride on New Year’s Eve
December 31, 2014
Clarksville, TN – On New Year’s Eve, the Clarksville Transit System will again offer safe rides home.
“Operation Safe Ride” is a free service open to anyone who is too impaired to drive home. People who live within the Clarksville city limits can call 931.553.2429 for a ride home between the hours of 11:00pm and 4:00am.
A Clarksville Transit System Bus
